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From professor to painter: the art of Bob Larose

Oct 01, 2025 09:52AM ● By Jen Wolfe

After decades in academia, Bob Larose found his true medium in watercolor, creating award-winning art in Montrose.

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A BIG BEACON thank you: Highlights from Montrose-Delta BeaconFest 2025

Sep 22, 2025 02:19PM ● By Sarah Mc Caughey

Relive the fun—live shows, great talks, exciting prizes—and see if you made it into our photos!

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Spooky Colorado destinations with haunted history

Sep 22, 2025 12:23PM ● By Carly Holbrook, Colorado Tourism Office

Discover Colorado’s haunted history with ghost towns, eerie hotels, haunted cemeteries and spooky tours.

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Why public lands matter to Colorado seniors

Sep 22, 2025 12:17PM ● By Sallie Thoreson, Black Canyon Audubon Society

Colorado seniors benefit from public lands through recreation, health, and strong communities—but these lands face growing threats.

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Common ways scammers steal your data

Sep 22, 2025 12:10PM ● By Mary Speer

Learn how scammers get your personal information—from data breaches to phishing—and how to protect yourself.

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David and Cindy Starr deed the Art Garage to the Grand Mesa Arts and Events Center

Sep 03, 2025 03:29PM

GMAEC received a "forever gift" when David and Cindy Starr deeded the Art Garage to the center. The building houses GMAEC's pottery studio and hosts art classes for adults and children

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Local Author's book a finalist for CIPA EVVY award

Sep 03, 2025 03:24PM

Grand Junction author Joe Zeni is a finalist in the 2025 Colorado Independ Publishers Association EVVY award.

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Scam and fraud prevention class, September 25

Sep 03, 2025 03:17PM ● By Sarah Mc Caughey

Join the fraud investigators from the Mesa County Sheriff's Office as they host a free community fraud and scam prevention class on September 25, 9-10am at the Sheriff's Office.

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Fruita Fall Festival returns September 25-27

Sep 03, 2025 03:15PM

Enjoy a weekend full of contests, live music, vendors and community fun.

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Building bridges of faith between seniors and college students

Sep 03, 2025 02:51PM ● By Melanie Wiseman

Christian seniors in Grand Junction are finding purpose by mentoring Colorado Mesa University students and sharing faith through Young Life, FCA and The Christ Center.

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Win tickets to M5 Mexican Brass & the Waddington Brothers

Sep 03, 2025 02:23PM

Win Tickets from the BEACON! Catch the exciting M5 Mexican Brass quintet at Grand Junction’s Avalon Theatre and The Waddington Brothers for a night of cowboy-bluegrass harmonies on Sept. 24

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No retirement from rhythm: Local musicians find a second act

Sep 03, 2025 01:55PM ● By Jen Wolfe & Bethany Hall

Meet Western Slope retirees who traded day jobs for music gigs, proving that joy, friendship and creativity keep playing long after retirement.

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Cataracts at 50? Cataracts can develop earlier than you think

Sep 03, 2025 01:55PM

Colleen M. Story reflects on her early cataract diagnosis, exploring causes, types, and when surgery is needed. She emphasizes eye care, healthy habits, and the importance of regular checkups.

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When kids delivered newspapers

Sep 03, 2025 01:36PM ● By Arthur Vidro

Arthur Vidro reflects on the lost era of newspaper delivery, where kids learned responsibility, social skills, and fiscal management. He laments the loss of personal service and the newspaper culture.

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Tracking ADLs and IADLs helps caregivers adapt

Sep 03, 2025 12:57PM ● By Laird Landon, PhD

From bathing to bill paying, ADLs and IADLs measure independence and guide families in caregiving decisions.

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